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Skills: Knife Skills, Mise En Place, Batch Production, Food Safety, Sanitation
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Full-time
professional certificate
Competitive hourly pay, Cross-training and advancement opportunities, Health & wellness benefits, Employee dining discounts, Partner discounts
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Execute daily prep lists including knife work, sauces, and proteins while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. Support the kitchen line by managing par levels, organizing storage, and ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all ingredients.
Requirements
Requires 6 months to 1 year of professional kitchen experience or a culinary program equivalent, along with solid knife skills. Candidates must have a valid Food Handler certification and the ability to work a flexible schedule in a high-pressure environment.
Full job description
Description
ZAYTINYA AT RITZ CARLTON SOUTH BEACH
PREP COOK
About José Andrés Group
José Andrés Group (JAG) is a hospitality company led by Chef José Andrés, known for outstanding guest experiences, innovation, and a values-driven culture. Our teams bring world-class food and warm hospitality to life across acclaimed concepts worldwide.
Position Summary
Prep Cooks ensure the kitchen is ready to deliver every service at JAG standards. You’ll execute accurate, efficient mise en place and batch production, follow recipes and labeling protocols, uphold food safety, and support the line by keeping stations stocked and organized.
Key Responsibilities
Mise en Place & Production
Execute daily prep lists to spec: knife work, vegetables, proteins, sauces, marinades, dressings, stocks, and doughs.
Weigh/measure ingredients precisely; scale recipes up/down; record yields.
Set and maintain par levels; replenish stations for service and events.
Quality, Consistency & Recipes
Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation components to maintain brand consistency.
Participate in tastings and apply feedback, flag quality or spec deviations immediately.
Food Safety & Sanitation
Adhere to DOH and JAG standards: handwashing, glove use, allergen controls, and cross-contamination prevention.
Label and date products; use FIFO and track hold times; complete cooling logs and temperature checks accurately.
Clean as you go; complete opening/closing side work and assigned deep cleans.
Inventory, Receiving & Waste Control
Assist with receiving verify quantities, temperatures, product quality, and proper storage by zone.
Minimize waste through proper trimming, yield awareness, and storage; report variances/spoilage promptly.
Maintain organized dry/cold storage; keep prep and walk-ins neat and mapped.
Equipment & Maintenance
Safely operate and care for knives and equipment (slicers, immersion blenders, mixers, food processors, ovens).
Perform basic maintenance (sharpening, fryer filtering as assigned) and escalate repair needs.
Teamwork & Culture
Support the line during peak periods; run, restock, and assist other stations when needed.
Attend line-ups and trainings; contribute to a respectful, inclusive, learning-focused kitchen.
Model punctuality, professionalism, and communication.
Events & Openings (as applicable)
Execute preset/event menus and timelines with accuracy.
Support new openings: batch prep, tastings, training, and setup per culinary leadership.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
6+ months to 1 year of professional kitchen experience (or culinary program equivalent); high-volume experience a plus.
Solid knife skills: ability to follow prep lists and read/convert recipes (metric & imperial).
Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and sanitation; valid Food Handler certification (or ability to obtain).
Organized, efficient, and calm under pressure, strong teamwork and communication skills.
José Andrés' Team | Changing the world through the power of food.
Industry
Restaurants
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1993
Headquarters
Washington, DC
LinkedIn followers
45,211
José Andrés Group has a singular mission: To Change the World Through the Power of Food.
The 30+ restaurants that make up José Andrés Group span cuisines and cultures, price points and service styles. From two 2-Michelin starred restaurants to game-changing small plates restaurants to fast casual eateries and a food hall, the company offers unparalleled culinary experiences for every taste. Our restaurants serve a wide variety of global cuisines, including Spanish, American, Mexican, Greek, Peruvian and beyond, each one telling the unique stories gathered by José and the ThinkFoodGroup team through years of travel, research, experimentation and inspiration.
Every endeavor is driven by the importance we place in this driving purpose as well as our core values:
CORE VALUES
Authenticity * Innovation * Passion * Service * Profitability
Offices: 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20004, US · 701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, US · 855 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004, US · 7271 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, US · 401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, US
RestaurantsConsultingand HospitalityRestaurantsPackaging ServicesFood and BeverageCateringFood Processing
José Andrés' Team | Changing the world through the power of food.
Industry
Restaurants
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1993
Headquarters
Washington, DC
LinkedIn followers
45,211
José Andrés Group has a singular mission: To Change the World Through the Power of Food.
The 30+ restaurants that make up José Andrés Group span cuisines and cultures, price points and service styles. From two 2-Michelin starred restaurants to game-changing small plates restaurants to fast casual eateries and a food hall, the company offers unparalleled culinary experiences for every taste. Our restaurants serve a wide variety of global cuisines, including Spanish, American, Mexican, Greek, Peruvian and beyond, each one telling the unique stories gathered by José and the ThinkFoodGroup team through years of travel, research, experimentation and inspiration.
Every endeavor is driven by the importance we place in this driving purpose as well as our core values:
CORE VALUES
Authenticity * Innovation * Passion * Service * Profitability
Offices: 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20004, US · 701 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, US · 855 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004, US · 7271 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, US · 401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, US
RestaurantsConsultingand HospitalityRestaurantsPackaging ServicesFood and BeverageCateringFood Processing